Chicago Children's Museum

"Wow, such a great experience for my 3 year old son. My dad used to take me to this museum when I was a kiddo and it was over at North Pier. Such a great moment being able to take my son with my dad. Big upgrades! My son loved the fire fighter/truck set up, the contraction site, water site, games like bowling, and the trains, cars, grocery shop, I had a blast too! We didn’t get to do it all but you can come and go, we also loved the climbing activity. So much to do, so much fun for your kiddos. Oh and super cute toddler toilets , sinks, and water fountains :)"

"This place is SO big, they have an indoor climbing area where they let kids go through these high tunnels with helmets. Adults are allowed to. They also have play areas, dress up activities in many sections, as well as crafting and water play. This place is great! I have spent hours (3-4) with just one kid, so definitely worth the cost. They also validate parking!"

"Friendly staffs, clean with variety of stations/areas for little ones to play and learn. It’s located inside of the Navy Pier. Tinker station to build your creative skills. water city area with poncho provided to stay dry possible. Bowling alley area, fire department with fire truck and water guns (toy) to put out the fire. Zoom-zoom area with different size/style tracks for colorful toy cars(our little one’s favorite area). There’s a climbing area about two level height with safety helmets provided. Little fossil area across from a small library displays. Plenty activities to do with in/out options at a very reasonable price. Plenty adventures/ideas for the little one to explore. We had a great time, can’t wait to return."

"We visited the Chicago Children’s Museum at Navy Pier and had a really fun time! It’s a wonderful place for kids, especially ages 3 to 10. There are so many hands-on activities and creative play areas that keep them engaged for hours. The water area and treehouse were definitely the highlights — my kid could’ve spent all day there! The dinosaur and fossil digging area was another favorite, especially for little ones who love dinosaurs or exploring. It is a bit on the expensive side, especially since adults have to pay full price even though there’s not much for them to do. But it’s worth it once you see how much fun the kids are having. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the museum was clean and well-organized. It can get crowded on weekends, so going earlier in the day helps. Overall, it’s a great spot for a family outing — fun, educational, and full of energy. Perfect way to spend a few hours at Navy Pier with kids!"